Woodbridge Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 9,559 residents, Woodbridge’s 44 reported crimes in January 2025 equate to a rate of 4.6 per 1,000 people—35.2% below the UK average of 7.1. This figure, though modest in absolute terms, reflects the area’s character as a small, largely rural built-up area within East Suffolk, where crime is historically low. Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) accounted for the largest share of crimes (34.1%), followed by criminal damage and arson (9 incidents) and other theft (4 incidents). The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with shorter days and reduced retail activity—likely contributed to the lower incidence of outdoor crimes typically associated with busier months. However, the rate of criminal damage and arson in Woodbridge was 76% above the UK average, a stark contrast to other categories that consistently fell below national benchmarks. This anomaly may be linked to local factors such as the town’s proximity to open spaces or specific environmental vulnerabilities. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, suggests that Woodbridge’s unique demographic and geographic features—such as its limited nightlife and sparse population density—play a significant role in shaping its crime profile. These patterns align with broader trends observed in similarly sized communities, where crime tends to be more concentrated in specific categories rather than evenly distributed.

January 2025 marked a notable shift in Woodbridge’s crime profile, with three categories experiencing 100% month-on-month increases: drugs, robbery, and shoplifting. These jumps—from zero to three incidents each—suggest emerging patterns that may warrant closer attention. Conversely, burglary, vehicle crime, and other theft all decreased, with burglary dropping by two-thirds, a trend consistent with the post-holiday period’s typically reduced retail footfall. Violent crimes remained the most common category, accounting for 34.1% of all incidents, though they remained 36% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. The surge in drug-related offences, despite being below the UK average, raises questions about local factors influencing this category. Residents may find the 100% increase in shoplifting particularly relevant, as it suggests potential vulnerabilities in retail security during January’s quieter shopping season.

Woodbridge's crime rate in January 2025 rose by 25.7% compared to December 2024, moving from 3.7 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns during the post-holiday period. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 31-day month, a figure that may seem high in absolute terms but is contextually significant given the town’s small population. Monthly exposure calculations show that over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 217 residents—a statistic that underscores the relative rarity of crime in a community of this size. When scaled to the population, this rate remains 35.2% below the UK average, highlighting Woodbridge’s position as a comparatively low-crime area. The contrast between Woodbridge’s figures and the UK average suggests that local factors—such as the town’s rural character, limited nightlife, and reduced retail activity in January—may contribute to its distinct crime profile.